SENIOR CODE ENFORCEMENT OFFICER

City of Visalia; Visalia (CA); On-site; USD 84,000 - 106,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

CalPERS retirement program

Health, Dental and Vision Insurance

Onsite City Health and Wellness Clinic

Longevity Pay

Paid Holidays, Vacation, Sick Leave

Job summary

The City of Visalia is seeking a Sr. Code Enforcement Officer to lead field and office activities within the Neighborhood Preservation Division.

The role emphasizes supervision, enforcement of municipal codes, and coordination with other departments and law enforcement partners to resolve violations. Ideal candidates will have strong knowledge of California Building Codes and the Health and Safety Code, with experience in plan checks, site plan reviews, and administrative hearings, and a

Qualifications

• Three (3) years experience equivalent to Code Enforcement Officer.
• College level course work or specialized training in building codes, environmental science or related field is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead supervision of professional and technical subordinates and train/evaluate them.
• Act on behalf of Neighborhood Preservation Manager as assigned.
• Conduct code enforcement investigations in collaboration with law enforcement agencies.
• Perform plan checks and site plan reviews for current and proposed projects.
• Attend administrative hearings and coordinate with other departments and divisions.

Skills

Professionalism

California Building Codes

Health & Safety Code

Municipal Code Enforcement

Abatement Processes

Planning & Zoning

Supervision/Leadership

Customer Service

Education

College coursework in building codes

Job description

THE DIVISION

The City of Visalia’s Neighborhood Preservation Division is part of the Planning and Community Preservation Department and is responsible for the enforcement of municipal code violations (Code Enforcement). The Division’s staff of Code Enforcement Officers and administrative staff are committed to customer service, processing complaints in a timely manner, and providing high-quality code enforcement support and services to other City Departments and the Public.

THE POSITION

The selected Sr. Code Enforcement Officer will perform a variety of field and office work in support of the City’s Code Enforcement program which will include; lead supervision; trains and evaluates professional and technical subordinates, acts on behalf of Neighborhood Preservation Manager as assigned, perform specialized complex functions which may include conducting code enforcement investigations along with law enforcement agencies; performing plan checks and site plan review of submitted plans for current and proposed projects, attending administrative hearings; or performing other specialized complex assignments. This position will be expected to coordinate and work collaboratively with other departments and divisions.

IDEAL CANDIDATE

The ideal candidate will possess a high level of professionalism, sound knowledge of California Building Codes, California Health and Safety Code, municipal code enforcement, abatement processes and planning, zoning and land use. The ideal candidate will be a self-driven individual, willing to take on new challenges, and able to effectively supervise and communicate with coworkers, supervisors, support staff, and outside stakeholders to successfully resolve violations. The ideal candidate will also have excellent customer service skills and the ability to work effectively with a diverse population.

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION

Any combination equivalent to experience and education that could likely provide the required knowledge, skill and ability is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge, skill and abilities would be:

• Three (3) years experience equivalent to Code Enforcement Officer.
• College level course work or specialized training in building codes, environmental science or related field is desirable.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

• Possession of or ability to obtain a valid California Class C Driver's License.
• Code Enforcement Officer Certification issued by California Code Enforcement Officer Association.
• Possession of P.C. 832 certificate.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

• Monthly Salary:
• $7,534 -$9,471
• CalPERS retirement program
• Health, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Onsite City Health and Wellness Clinic (no out of pocket expenses)
• Longevity Pay
• Paid Holidays, Vacation, Sick Leave and much more...

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EXPERIENCE VISALIA. ENHANCE YOUR LIFE.

If work-life balance is important to you, consider living in a thriving community that offers the most affordable housing in California with a typical commute time of less than 20 minutes. With a population of over 148,000, Visalia offers small town charm with metropolitan amenities. Visalia has a world class health care system, our own Sequoia Symphony Orchestra, a flourishing arts community, a minor league baseball team, a downtown convention center, and numerous fine dining establishments.

As the Tulare County seat, Visalia is the principal retail center in the region, and home to several large industrial employers. Visalia has a vibrant downtown district, safe neighborhoods, excellent schools, institutions for higher learning, and low cost of living. The City has many community parks, organized team sports, a municipal golf course and private country club, a multi-sport family-oriented regional sports park, and numerous outdoor and recreational activities.

Located in the heart of California's San Joaquin Valley, Visalia offers easy access to the nearby mountains, national parks, lakes and rivers which provide year-round opportunities for sports and recreation within an hour or less. Visalia was ranked as the top Central Valley community and one of seven California cities in the top 25 of Gallup Sharecare's latest State of American Well Being Index. Our strong sense of community and social well-being keeps Visalians happy, healthy and moving forward. Come discover all Visalia has to offer!

The City of Visalia is an equal opportunity employer.